Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk occurs each month from 5pm – 9pm. The streets of this creative town come to life with artists, musicians, and art appreciators. Come join us each First Friday of the month and get inspired!

First Friday Art Walk is a juried event welcoming emerging and professional artists in all media to exhibit and sell in a safe, creative, and socially distanced manner. This event is hosted by the Gulfport Merchants Chamber. All safety protocols are met and exceeded to ensure a safe and entertaining night out for the entire family.

Four times a year Gulfport hosts ‘themed art walks’. Each theme is designed to open your mind to new ideas and solicit conversation. Whatever it does, we trust you will leave inspired or ignited.

2021 Themes are:

April 2, 2021: In Plein Sight. A celebration of plein air painting. All painters are invited to come to Gulfport, paint an iconic spot by day, and show the finished painting during our First Friday Art Walk. Awards will be given to Best in Show, Rising Stars, and Noteworthy artists.

July 2, 2021: Body Beautiful. This theme breaks open ideas of the body in art and as art. We are celebrating ‘Body Beautiful’ in all shapes, colors and sizes. Join us for a fun and enticing celebration of the body.

October 1, 2021: To be announced.

January 7, 2022: To be announced.

The Gulfport First Friday Art Walk is free to attend with free parking on all streets. Come back to Gulfport, we think you’ll be inspired!

For artists wanting to apply for entry into all First Friday Art Walks, please click below: